“New Girl” alums Jake Johnson and Damon Wayans Jr. are reuniting for a Hulu comedy pilot that is directly inspired by the cult classic Jim Carrey movie “The Cable Guy,” Variety has confirmed with sources.
The logline for the untitled project states, “In a world of endless streaming, binging, and algorithms, old-school cable technician Chip Douglas (Johnson) languishes alone — until Steven Stephens (Wayans) calls to have his cable turned back on, reconnecting Chip with a childhood friend he never forgot. The relationship gives each man something he’s been missing… until Chip’s enthusiasm turns into obsession. Inspired by the movie, the show explores the darkly absurd side of modern-day male friendship.”
The pilot was written by Rob Rosell (“New Girl,” “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia”), Joe Piarulli (“Cobra Kai,” “F Is for Family”), and Luan Thomas (“Cobra Kai,” “F Is for Family”). All three serve as co-showrunners and executive producers. Johnson and Wayans Jr. also executive produce, as do Neal H. Moritz and Pavun Shetty of Original Film. Sony Pictures Television is the studio, with Sony having released the original film.
Variety has reached out to Hulu and Sony for comment and will update should they respond.
